Mazda 3 2006 2.0 S-VT

Mazda 3 2006 2.0 petrol description

Hatchback Mazda 3 2006 2.0 S-VT has been produced from September, 2006 to January, 2009. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 6500 rpm and torque 187 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
The engine tends to idle unevenly. Engine problems may also include the thermostat and cooling  ...  This Mazda 3 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.

Mazda 3 2006 2.0 S-VT has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda 3 2006 2.0 S-VT accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 202 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mazda 3 2006 2.0 S-VT in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.9 litres per 100km (12.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 8.2 litres per 100 km, which is 4% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mazda 3 fuel consumption.

Mazda 3 safety

During safety testing Mazda 3 has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mazda 3 is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Mazda 3 got two stars.

Mazda 3 2.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Mazda 3 2006 2.0 S-VT

Mazda 3 2006 2.0 S-VT technical data

Model: Mazda 3 2.0 S-VT
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2006. September ... 2009. January 
Engine: 1999 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 189 g/km
Power: 150 HP ON 6500 RPM Torque: 187 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 202 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.9 (combined) 10.6 (urban) 6.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.2 l/100km (28.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.42m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters
Ground clearance: 160 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 300 litres
Trunk max capacity: 635 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1790 kg

Mazda 3 2006 2.0 S-VT engine LF-DE

Engine reliability and common problems:

The engine tends to idle unevenly. Engine problems may also include the thermostat and cooling pump. This engine tends to consume more oil at higher mileages.
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1999 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 87.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 83.1 mm
Compression ratio 10.8 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

More service info
Fuel system Injection
Mazda 3 2006 2.0 S-VT oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) More service info
Power 140 - 160 HP ON 6500 RPM
Torque 175 - 195 NM ON 4000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2002
Duration of production 13 years
Engine also used on Mazda 6 Mazda MX-5 Mazda 5 Mazda CX-5

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Mazda 3 hatchback [2006 - 2009] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mazda 3 2006 1.3 1.4 S-VT Sep 2006 — Jan 2009

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.3 Petrol 84 HP 6.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT Sep 2006 — Jan 2009 1.6 Petrol 105 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT Automatic Sep 2006 — Jan 2009

Only version with automatic transmission

1.6 Petrol 105 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (4)
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CD

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.6 Diesel 90 HP 4.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CiTD Sep 2006 — Jan 2009

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.6 Diesel 109 HP 4.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Mazda 3 2006 2.0 S-VT Sep 2006 — Jan 2009 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Mazda 3 2007 2.0 CiTD hp Apr 2007 — Jan 2009

Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP)

2.0 Diesel 143 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (6)
Mazda 3 2006 2.3 MPS Sep 2006 — Jan 2009

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds

2.3 Petrol 265 HP 9.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Mazda 3 2006 reviews
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